A new haven in Alentejo

The purpose of this blog has always been to share my thoughts and insights behind my work and personal projects and also, to tell you more about inspiring people and places. If you’ve been following my @keeponwalking account on Instagram, you may have noticed that I’ve spent some days in Alentejo lately. And one of the highlights of these days around Alentejo, was one of the places I stayed at: Casa Azimute.

This is a fairly new place, just outside Estremoz, created by Andy and Danny, a Belgium duo with a keen eye for architecture, design and comfort.

Going straight to the point, I can tell you that this was one of the best experiences I’ve had so far. Why? Let me sum it for you:

The hosts

The Portuguese are known to be one of the most warming and welcoming people in the world, but Andy and Danny have already mastered this skill of well receiving and making people feel at home. Besides, you can’t stay indifferent to their energy and passion for this place!

Eyes also eat

I’m a visual guy, no news there. But, seeing a place where minimal and modern architecture are smoothly incorporated in the local landscape, just amazed me!

The (Portuguese) details

Despite the minimal lines and concept behind Casa Azimute, Andy and Danny managed to incorporated several typical Portuguese elements, in a very elegant and smooth way. The tiles, the cork, the tapestry and the olive oil… (the olive oil is a pleasant hidden surprise, to be revealed only to the guests 😉 )

Some favourite extras

The homemade bread with raisins.

The silence. These days, it seems like it is becoming a luxury and you can totally enjoy it by the swimming pool or on the balcony of one the rooms.

The view! The rooms have wide windows over Alentejo’s olive trees and Estremoz castle on the top. And at night, the view gets even better with all the tiny lights in the distance!

Where exactly?

Just a few minutes away (by car) from Estremoz, and within a radius of 50km’s you can also visit other typical Alentejo villages and cities such as Arraiolos, Borba, Vila Viçosa, Évora or even Alqueva’s dam.